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How
to choose the right paint
There
are so many choices in paint. You want to do it yourself; however,
you don’t want to look like a complete idiot when the sales
clerk asks, “may I help you?” We can all understand
the terminology; it simply takes a bit of “gray matter”
effort. Check out the list below pick out what you need for your
particular job and look good to the “paint guy.”
Latex
flat enamel:
Water
based and easy to clean up, this paint has the benefit of latex.
It more like enamel paint, in that it can be washed, and is more
durable than normal latex. The finish is flat (not shiny).
Alkyd:
This
paint is formulated to provide resistance to damage from abuse
and abrasion. Alkyd is oil based solvent thinned paint. It has
traditionally been used for heavy traffic areas, or doors, kitchen
bathrooms, and cabinets. The surface created by alkyd paint is
smooth and will help to refurbish any rough wood surface. It
has a very strong odor. Paintbrushes will need to be cleaned
with solvent.
Latex:
Water
based, can be cleaned up with water, and also thinned with water.
It has less of the offensive “paint odor” than paints
that are of an oil base and will dry in a reasonably short time.
It works well on areas with high alkali content such as new concrete.
Enamel
paint:
This
paint has a high content of resin, making it have a nice gloss
and is rub resistant consequently this would work well in area
that is well used and needs to be washed every so often. Enamel
can also be in latex form as well as alkyd.
Epoxy:
Simular
to baked on enamel however it is placed on surface with two coatings
used in kitchens and bathrooms where there is a likelihood of
high moisture. Can be scrubbed with ease when needed.
Floor
and deck paint:
To be
used outside on decks, it is a heavy-duty paint and will resist
the attack of changing weather and many “footsteps.”
It may be purchased in a glossy formula or a flat surface paint.
The shiny mix can be cleaned with ease, and the flat finish is
more resistant to chips and cracks.
Acoustic
tile paint:
The
many small holes in acoustic tile are there for a good reason,
and that is to help absorb sound. Using regular paint would fill
the holes and defeat the purpose intended, which is, making them
soundproof. This paint is specifically formulated for this specific
purpose.
Do not
buy cheap paintbrushes the extra cost of a good tool will save
a big headache later. Find natural bristles for oil base paints
and nylon bristles for water based paints. Check out new products
on the market and read the labels.
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